Average Electronics Engineer salary in Bristol

Senior Electronics EngineerBristol (Hybrid, minimum 3 days in the office)Full-time (37.5 hours per week)Join us in making sure no one is left without a voiceAt Smartbox, our assistive technology empowers people with disabilities who experience speech difficulties to express themselves, connect with others, and live more independent lives.We're proud to be a global leader in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), supporting people across the UK, US, Europe, and beyond. But what truly sets us apart is our people: passionate, collaborative, and driven by the impact our products have every day.If you're motivated by meaningful work and want to apply your technical expertise to something that genuinely changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.The opportunityYou will join a collaborative and high-performing hardware team, working together to deliver meaningful outcomes. We value shared goals, thoughtful problem-solving, and creating technology that makes a real difference.Based in the heart of Bristol city centre, just off Park Street, our location connects us to a well-established and growing technology community.You will lead the electronics design and system architecture of our medical-grade tablet computers, taking responsibility for electronic subsystems and overall hardware architecture. In this hands-on leadership role, you will design circuits, select components, build prototypes, and deliver projects, while supporting the team with technical direction and strong engineering practices.What you'll be doingYou'll bring technical leadership and practical expertise across the product lifecycle, including:Leading the design, development and delivery of complex electronic systems.Defining system architecture and subsystem strategies across hardware and firmware.Designing circuits, reviewing PCB layouts, and building and testing prototypes.Contributing to firmware development and engineering best practices.Driving verification, validation and regulatory compliance (including medical standards).Collaborating with teams across hardware, production, quality, and repairs.Building strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners.Mentoring and supporting engineers, helping to grow a collaborative and high-performing team.A full list of duties can be found on our website, under the careers tab. Why this role is uniqueThis isn't a typical electronics role; you'll be working at the intersection of:Medical-grade hardware and embedded systems.Assistive technology and accessibility.Highly integrated, multi-disciplinary products.We're solving complex, real-world challenges where reliability, usability and performance truly matter, and where your decisions directly impact people's daily lives.What we're looking forWe're looking for a rare combination of deep technical expertise, curiosity, and purpose-driven thinking.Essential experienceStrong background in electronics design (analogue, digital, and power).Experience owning or contributing to complex hardware architectures and subsystems.Hands-on expertise in circuit design and PCB development.Embedded firmware experience (C/C++, ideally with RTOS such as Zephyr).Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. medical, safety-critical).Knowledge of EMC, safety standards (e.g. IEC 60601) and engineering risk management.Proven ability to balance technical quality, cost and manufacturability.Strong communication skills: able to explain complex concepts clearly.A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and teamwork.Some areas we often work with include:Assistive technology, AAC or accessibility-focused products.Product strategy, supply chains, and long-term platform thinking.Working closely with manufacturers and external suppliers.Why join Smartbox?Purpose-driven work with real-world impact.Collaborative and supportive culture.Hybrid working and flexibility.Opportunities to grow, lead and shape future products.Strong benefits package + wellbeing support.Dive into our website to uncover all the fantastic benefits waiting for you at Smartbox.Inclusion and sustainabilityAt Smartbox, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.If there's anything we can do to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know within your application.We also aim to build sustainability into everything we do, from how we design our products to how we operate as a business.Ready to make a difference?If you're excited by the idea of combining cutting-edge electronics engineering with real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and help us ensure no one is left without a voice.

Lead Electronics Verification EngineerAs a Lead Electronics Verification Engineer, you will help shape the certification-ready hardware journey for advanced aerospace and training and simulation solutions. This is an opportunity to guide technical work packages, mentor sub-teams, and drive DO-254 assurance through modern, Model-Based Design practices and powerful toolchains. If you're motivated by impactful delivery and enjoy turning complex requirements into confident outcomes, Lead Electronics Verification Engineer is the next step worth taking.What You Will Do as Lead Electronics Verification Engineer:Lead planning, execution, and documentation of hardware verification activities in line with RTCA/DO-254 guidance for airborne electronic hardwareOversee technical work packages, allocating tasks and ensuring deliverables stay on track with the project scheduleCollaborate with delivery and technical teams across systems, electronic hardware, safety, mechanics, and simulation to keep verification aligned end-to-endProvide expert technical direction to deliver DO-254 projects through to certification readinessPlan, specify, verify, and validate electronic controllers for electromechanical aerospace systems, with a clear evidence-focused approachSupport the wider Software & Electronics Hardware team using structured processes and Model Based DesignWhat You Will Bring asLead Electronics Verification Engineer:An engineering degree, ideally with electronics bias, or equivalent relevant experience in electronics verification and developmentProven experience leading verification activities and coordinating work packages within regulated or certification-driven environmentsStrong understanding of DO-254 concepts and the evidence expectations that support certification activitiesConfidence working with Model-Based Design workflows and verification toolchains in practical project settingsThe ability to communicate clearly, influence priorities, and guide technical progress across multiple disciplines.Location:This Lead Electronics Verification Engineer position is predominantly based in the Bristol office, with occasional travel to client sites as required.Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Software Validation Engineer (Electronics Design) – Bristol / Hybrid - £25,000 - £38,000 This is a great opportunity for a graduate / HNC / HND holder (possibly with some commercial experience) to join a leading software house in Bristol. The role will work closely with software development teams to help evaluate, test and validate PCB design software. The role will not involve any PCB design itself, but requires someone with an understanding PCB design to provide feedback to development teams on new software features and functionality. You may have some commercial experience as a PCB Designer or an Electronics Engineer and be keen to move into the software sector, or be looking to make that move after gaining a qualification in something similar to:Electronic EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComputer Systems EngineeringRobotics Physics (if electronics modules were covered) You do not need to be an expert in PCB design – an appreciation of PCB design / electronics is fine, and you can be put through industry recognised courses to get up to speed. Some of the benefits you can expect include:Flexible working hours2 days onsite, 3 days a week working remotely27 days holiday, plus public holidays (increases with service)Generous pension scheme (8% employer / 4% employee)Bonus schemeFree parking and a modern office environmentOngoing training and development